New ZealandNZ faces ‘extreme fire risk’ as temperatures rise across countryUV levels are also extreme while strong winds predicted to gust up to 150km/h.06 Dec 05:37 PM
New Zealand'Weekend of two halves': 140km/h gales to batter central NZ, south braces for wind and rainTemperatures are set to return to normal after a week of hot, muggy nights.05 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandNapier pushes 34C in early-summer sizzlerTemperatures came on a day with a strong wind watch in place for all of Hawke’s Bay.05 Dec 03:32 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFogbusters: Aerospace start-up Pyper Vision and founder Emily Blythe's radical journeyA Christchurch-based start-up is developing a deep learning model to better predict fog.04 Dec 02:50 AM
New ZealandSummer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30CMetService has issued heat alerts for known hotspots, with warm nights keeping temps high.04 Dec 12:18 AM
LifestyleHow to cool your house down without turning on the heat pumpKeeping the aircon on full blast might feel tempting but your bank account will suffer.03 Dec 11:39 PM
New ZealandNiwa: Mixed weather ahead for Horowhenua's summerHorowhenua's Christmas may be dry, with a 40% chance of normal rainfall, Niwa says.03 Dec 09:42 PM
New ZealandSix days without power: Plans for extreme solar storm hitting NZ revealedSpace weather could damage critical power, communications infrastructure.03 Dec 09:13 PM
New ZealandMercury rising: Bay faces 28C daysThe outlook for a warm and dry summer continues.03 Dec 07:14 PM
New ZealandSleepless nights ahead? New Zealand bracing for hotter, drier summerTemperatures are expected to soar into the 30s in some parts in the coming week. 03 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandVulnerable people at risk as summer temperatures soar into the 30sMetService warns of temps 8C above average, humid nights disrupting sleep in some areas.03 Dec 05:51 AM
New ZealandHeatwave: The race for top temperature in Hawke's Bay - and NZTemperatures in Hawke's Bay's twin cities forecast for 30C-plus.03 Dec 03:29 AM
New ZealandSunny start to summer: Northland set for pleasant weatherNorthland to enjoy warm weather in the high 20s, mostly sunny until Friday.01 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandTemperatures forecast to exceed 30C across NZ this weekAccording to MetService, Gisborne is set to reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday.01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer stinker: Wastewater overflow leaves 34 Auckland beaches unsafe to swimFour inner harbour beaches have also been black-flagged as 'do no swim'.01 Dec 04:52 AM
New Zealand'Warm, humid air' set to fuel Saturday showers in North IslandForecasters are predicting multiple 30C-plus highs to start summer next week.29 Nov 08:00 PM
New ZealandFrench investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News UpdateFrench investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ HeraldWatch29 Nov 07:12 PM
New ZealandNiwa’s summer forecast: Scorching days next week, but muggy months to followKiwis are in for a weather roller-coaster ride to Christmas and muggy days lie beyond.29 Nov 01:29 AM
New Zealand'Sharp change' in temperatures coming, some places plunging by as much as 15CNiwa said a “brief but sharp change” was predicted for Friday.28 Nov 04:39 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay basks in early summer heat, hits 30CHawke's Bay hits 30°C; Wairoa and Taradale lead with warm temps.28 Nov 03:03 AM
New ZealandSizzling 30C in South Island city as early summer scorcher sweeps inThe weather is heating up on the east coast as summer approaches. 28 Nov 01:42 AM
New ZealandHere comes the heat: Parts of NZ to hit 30C this weekKiwis are in for an early dose of scorching summer days - and nights - later this week.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Public safety risk': New documents reveal why Niwa is taking over MetServiceThe relationship between the two weather forecasters is tense and duplicative. 26 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Potentially catastrophic': Emergency agency preparing for extreme solar stormCommunications and power are often affected by solar storms. 24 Nov 08:03 PM
BusinessNZ consumers face 5% increase in power pricesFrom April 2025, the average consumer’s electricity bill will increase by $10 per month.21 Nov 02:42 AM
New ZealandMixed weather for big weekend of events in Hawke's BaySummer Regatta sailing and kahawai fishing are features of a busy weekend.20 Nov 09:26 PM
New ZealandWintry blast: Temps to plunge near freezing, rain, hail, late-season snow to lash southIf you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.20 Nov 12:43 AM
New ZealandHeatwave behind NZ’s hottest summer could become ‘almost annual’ by 2040sRegional NZ heatwaves once considered one-in-300-year events now concerningly more common.17 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather outlook: More rain on the way after settled start to the weekMore balmy weather is forecast to kick off the working week – but it won't last for long.17 Nov 07:35 AM
New ZealandTraffic delays in Auckland ahead of Coldplay, heavy rain warnings for North IslandRain will make its way northwards across the North Island for Friday afternoon.15 Nov 02:27 AM
BusinessSustainable Business and Finance: Foodstuffs is prepared for any weather eventFoodstuffs says it has strong networks and protocols to react efficiently to emergencies.13 Nov 03:59 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay weather: Some rain was forecast, but where is it?The warnings are out; it's not expected to be a drought, but be prepared.13 Nov 01:31 AM
New Zealand'If it's yellow, let it mellow': Advice as water restrictions arrive in Hawke's BayCouncils have imposed restrictions to help conserve water due to dry weather.10 Nov 11:54 PM
New ZealandThe weather ahead for NZ after a wild weekend of flooding and high tempsMetService said midweek looks settled, with light winds and mostly clear skies.10 Nov 04:00 PM
